The background blur is ideal for portraits. The USM autofocuses the lens quickly and quietly

This lens features a large aperture and compact size. The first lens group moves for rear focusing. And sharp, crisp pictures are obtained at all apertures. The background blur is ideal for portraits. The USM autofocuses the lens quickly and quietly.

Despite the large maximum aperture, the lens remains compact. Lens group 5 moves for rear focusing, and sharp, crisp pictures are obtained at all apertures.

• Medium telephoto focal length and a large maximum aperture is ideal for candid portraits and available light photography
• Compact design makes this lens practical and portable
• Ultrasonic Motor (USM) for fast, accurate and silent autofocus
• Full time manual focus for total focusing control
• Focal length and maximum aperture: 100 mm 1:2
• Lens construction: 8 elements in 6 groups
• Diagonal angle of view: 24°
• Focus adjustment: Rear focusing system with USM
• Closest focusing distance: 0.9m / 3ft
• Filter size: 58mm